Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-08-06 01:27Industry Overview - The SW social service industry experienced a month-on-month increase of +5.13%, with professional services up by +7.5%, tourism and scenic spots by +6.6%, and education by +3.7%, while hotel and catering saw a slight decline of -0.6% [1] - The Hainan Free Trade Port is set to officially close its borders on December 18, 2025, with policy benefits continuing to be released, including an increase in the proportion of "zero tariff" goods from 21% to 74% [2] Duty-Free Market - The confirmation of the Hainan Free Trade Port's closure is expected to expand the duty-free market, with significant tax rate reductions anticipated to attract both international enterprises and travelers, thereby increasing the customer base for duty-free shopping [2] Macau Gaming Industry - Macau's gaming revenue reached 22.1 billion MOP in July, reflecting a year-on-year increase of +19%, continuing to exceed market expectations for three consecutive months, driven by improved entry visa policies and successful non-gaming transformations [3] - The outlook for the second half of the year remains positive, supported by upcoming events and the Middle East visa-free policy, which is expected to attract high-end tourists [3] Food and Beverage Sector - The ready-to-drink beverage industry saw significant growth in Q2, with Luckin Coffee reporting revenues of 12.4 billion CNY, a year-on-year increase of +37% [4] - Despite the gradual reduction of large-scale subsidies from delivery platforms, the overall outlook for Q3 remains optimistic due to seasonal demand [4] AI and Education Sector - The commercialization of AI applications in education and human resources has accelerated, with notable product launches and sales achievements reported by companies like Dou Shen Education and Fenbi [4] - The introduction of advanced AI models is expected to further enhance the capabilities of these applications, transitioning from thematic investment to commercial realization [4]